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Dr. Thomas Damato, MD

Dr. Thomas Damato, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Damato, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Temple, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508

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(254) 724-5918

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Damato specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Damato's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Damato

4.4

10 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
10%
10%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
10%
10%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steph – Mar 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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N Toscano – Jan 05, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Sep 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Fred in Mill Hall, PA – May 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Background:  Dr. d'Amato earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Microbiology and Cell Biology from Penn State University in 1980 and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Biological Sciences at Binghamton University, State University of New York...read more

  • Thoracic Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • Ea Va Grad School Of Medicine|eastern Virginia Medical School

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiovascular Surgery†
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple2401 S 31st St Temple, TX 76508
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest

    100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd
    Waco, TX 76712
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Temple

    2401 S 31st St
    Temple, TX 76508
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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